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Des Moines, WA

Looking to move to Des Moines, WA? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Des Moines, WA is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Des Moines, WA has a population of 32106. What about cost of living in Des Moines, WA? The median income in Des Moines, WA is $95,234 and the median home value is $655,125.

Read on to learn more about Des Moines, WA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

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Weather in Des Moines, WA

Average Temperatures

61 high / 45 low

Average Annual Rainfall

38 in

Average Annual Snowfall

7 in

Quick Facts about Des Moines, Washington

Median Home Value
$655,125
Median Property Tax
$3,126
Total Population
32,106
Average Commute
26 min
Median Household Income
$95,234
Median Monthly Rent
$1,562

Map of Des Moines, WA

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